Home and Property

Working on your home and property in the Township of Springwater? Whether you're building or renovating your home, booking an inspection, or paying your taxes, we can help. Find out what's required to get a building permit to stop any avoidable fines or fees. 

Septic Re-inspection Program

More than five years have passed, and it is time again for our Orr Lake septic re-inspection program. This program will be running from July until November. If you received a notice, your property has been identified as possibly containing a septic system within 50m radius of Orr Lake, and therefore considered a potential risk to the health of the lake. Inspections will be focusing on surface discharge of effluent, obvious signs of damage to bed, tank, or structures on or near septic system components.

As part of this program, you will need to provide a copy of your most recent pump out receipt, identify when last pumped (Completed within the last 3 years) to building@springwater.ca or identify when last pumped to a municipal inspector on-site.

If your re-inspection is conducted by the municipality there will be no additional cost to you as a property owner. To book this inspection you can use our inspection request form.

If you do not wish to have a municipal inspection, a third-party certificate can be provided at your own cost from a qualified individual with no conflict of interest.  This individual can be qualified with a valid BCIN number related to on-site sewage or a Licensed Professional Engineer or Architect.  You can email a copy of the certificate to building@springwater.ca.

Property Maintenance Standards

All properties need to meet the minimum requirements set out in the Property Standards By-law, as well as the Clean, Safe Properties By-law.

If you have a concern regarding a property (e.g. derelict vehicles and boats, long grass and damaged trees or buildings) within the Township, please submit your concern to the By-law Enforcement Department using the Township's online portal.

To appeal an order under the Property Standards By-law, please complete the online property standards appeal application. 

Compliance Requests

Individuals requiring building, planning or septic compliance information can submit a compliance request online. A fee will apply based on how quickly the service is requested.

Routine Disclosure

Routine disclosures are available for specific documents in Building Services. The information is available to a property owner, a listing agent with proof of the listing, or an authorized agent. A fee will apply based on the information being requested.

Campfires

Make sure you have the correct fire permit for your property and find out what you need to do to keep your home safe.

Zoning

The Zoning By-law sets strict rules about what you can and cannot do with land. Read up about zoning if you are considering making a change to your property.

Well Records 

We do not keep well records. For information about your well, contact the Ontario Well Registry  or call 1-888-396-9355.

9-1-1 Signs

Individuals can now complete an online form to request a new or replacement 9-1-1 sign. Requests are usually fulfilled within two business days.